Mitchell-Box partners with Alaska Native people to tell health success stories

When she was studying public health at UH Mānoa, Kristen Mitchell-Box had no idea that she’d soon be applying her skills in Alaska.

Improving the health of Hawai‘i’s people

Doris Segal Matsunaga has dedicated her career to improving the health of Hawai‘i’s people.

Walk with a Doc: JABSOM Alumna Gets Neighbors Walking

"Every Saturday, rain or shine," Dr. Theresa Young Wee takes her fellow Mililani residents for a walk, offering advice and snacks.

The Vulcan and the Volcano

UH Hilo's Kuʻupuamaeole Kiyuna returned after her graduation for an internship on the volcano.

Mila Medallon-Ka‘ahanui

Q&A with Mila Medallon-Ka‘ahanui

Recounting her life's journey and what led her to West Oahu College—now known as UH West O‘ahu.

Sheryl Nicolas

Tough Love

Sheryl Nicolas says “not being babied” at Honolulu CC prepared her for the real world.

Professor wishes to be “the teacher I wish I had”

"My job is to enrich their lives the best I know how," says Jerald "Kimo" Keaulana.

Maui artist opens doors for herself and others

Maui artist Malorie Arisumi is pursuing a career in art while she helps others to discover it.

From marketing to carpentry

UH Mānoa and Honolulu CC alumna April Acquavella proved that it’s never too late to change careers.

Diamond Head Market & Grill’s Kelvin Ro pledges $1M

Award-winning chef says, "I want to give back to UH and serve as an example."

Colette Higgins

Queen Kapi‘olani: Her Life and Legacy

Colette Higgins traced Queen Kapi‘olani's footsteps and tells her story at Kaua‘i CC.

Maui Ceramicist Followed Son to College

Maui artist Sharon Ransford followed her son to UH Maui and discovered a new career.

A universal perspective

Heather Kaluna, now an assistant professor of astronomy at UH Hilo, shares her experiences studying astronomy at UH Hilo and UH Mānoa.

Q&A with Nancy Richards

UH West O‘ahu alumna Nancy Richards reflects on her passion for history, her time at UH West O‘ahu and her work at the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum & Park.

A champion for community health

UH Mānoa alumnus Dr. Robert Hirokawa believes that all people should have access to primary health care.